Volunteer Gardener

Brainkind Neurological Centre York; Preston; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate organization dedicated to supporting individuals with neurological conditions. This volunteering role allows you to contribute to maintaining beautiful gardens, providing a serene environment for those in care. You'll engage in various gardening tasks, from weeding to planning outdoor spaces, all while gaining valuable experience and skills. Be part of a friendly community that values diversity and inclusion, where your contributions are recognized and celebrated. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others while enhancing your own wellbeing and confidence.

Benefits

Valuable experience

Supportive community

Skill development

Opportunity to make friends

Enhance CV

Qualifications

• Commitment to health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with garden maintenance tasks like weeding and hedge cutting.
• Engage in clearing overgrown areas and developing sensory sections.

Skills

Basic knowledge of plants

Reliability

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Ability to work in varying weather conditions

Job description

Neurological Care Centre - Lancashire, Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Description

Posted Monday 3 February 2025 at 01:00

Lancashire

Brainkind has a network of services across the UK that support people with acquired brain injury and other neurological conditions. Our neurological centres, residential homes, hospitals, and supported living services across the UK are there to help people wherever they are in their journey.

Why volunteer with Brainkind?

If you are looking for a rewarding and fulfilling volunteer experience, where you can make a tangible difference in the lives of others, Brainkind is the perfect place for you. By joining us, you will have the chance to make a meaningful impact, develop new skills, and be part of a supportive and inclusive family dedicated to creating positive change.

About the role:

If you love gardens, you will know they need a lot of care and attention. In this role, you will be helping with everyday practical tasks to keep centre gardens looking their best.

Activities may include:

1. Clearing overgrown areas or developing sensory sections in the garden
2. Engaging in general garden maintenance tasks such as weeding, hedge cutting, raking, and deadheading
3. Sweeping paths and removing leaves to maintain a clean and tidy garden environment
4. Help with planning and development of our outdoor spaces

How often we would like your support:

Ideally, we hope you would volunteer every week or fortnight; however, all our roles are flexible, and times should be agreed with your local centre.

What we hope you will bring to the role:

1. A basic knowledge of plants
2. The patience and ability to work in varying weather conditions
3. Reliability and trustworthiness
4. A friendly and supportive approach
5. Enthusiasm and self-motivation
6. The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What you can expect from us:

We want to provide a volunteering environment that is inclusive, stimulating, friendly and supportive. As part of our commitment to you we will:

1. Ensure you have a clear idea of what your role involves
2. Make sure you have all the training you need
3. Ensure you feel appreciated and respected
4. Provide you with regular support
5. Ask for feedback and provide you with opportunities to help shape our future
6. Celebrate your successes and recognise your contribution
7. Resolve any concerns or complaints promptly and fairly
8. Reimburse any out-of-pocket expenses

Some of the benefits to you:

1. Gain valuable experience and skills
2. Make a real difference
3. Join a supportive and welcoming community of volunteers and employees that celebrate diversity and individual differences
4. Make new friends and feel connected
5. Build your confidence and improve your own wellbeing
6. Enhance your CV and future job opportunities

In addition to the specific duties and responsibilities outlined in this profile, all Brainkind volunteers should be aware of their specific responsibilities:

1. Demonstrate a commitment to undertaking relevant checks, training, and following all Brainkind’s policies and procedures
2. Adhering to health and safety and fire regulations and cooperate with the charity in maintaining good standards of health and safety
3. Promoting a positive attitude towards diversity and inclusion
4. Demonstrating a commitment to Brainkind’s aims, objectives and core values
5. All volunteers are expected to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive information, including following data protection regulations, to protect those that we support

To join our friendly team please press Apply Now.

**Please note we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on a rolling basis until the role is filled therefore, we recommend applying as soon as possible. **

*All successful candidates are subject to compliance checks including 3 years of checkable references and DBS/PVG checks*

Brainkind is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive organisation. It’s a place where we recognise, celebrate, and live our values which includes offering a range of inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support employees from all backgrounds.